Arsenal’s Pursuit of Winger Could Face Brief Delay Amid Chelsea Commitments

Arsenal’s potential transfer for Chelsea winger Noni Madueke may be slightly delayed due to the player’s ongoing commitments at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Madueke’s 2024/25 season has already been his longest yet, with 52 appearances across all competitions for both club and country.

Despite suffering a hamstring injury earlier in the season, which sidelined him for about a month, Madueke has played a pivotal role for Chelsea in recent months.

He returned to action during the latter stages of the UEFA Conference League group stage and has been a key figure for Chelsea since April. Having missed the March international break, Madueke has remained heavily involved for both Chelsea and England throughout the spring and summer.

Increased fitness and squad rotation challenges at Chelsea have seen Madueke feature prominently in the knockout stages of European competitions. His performances have drawn interest from Arsenal, who are reportedly keen to bring him to the Emirates Stadium as part of their summer recruitment plans.

However, with Chelsea competing in the Club World Cup, any formal negotiations or transfer decisions involving Madueke are expected to wait until the conclusion of the tournament.

Once Chelsea’s participation is complete, Madueke is likely to be granted a well-earned rest before considering his future. Arsenal’s pursuit remains active, but the immediate focus is on Chelsea’s remaining fixtures.

Arsenal are prepared to act swiftly once the opportunity arises, with Madueke viewed as a key target for their summer plans.